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Innovate preview: Jurrane and why it was bound to happen
Reported by Macavity
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Submitted 02-03-06 23:36
The future is trance. Well it is according to one of its freshest stars, Jurrane. Known to his mother as Jim Voute, the classically trained musician doesn’t just dazzle behind the decks, but he’s also one half of the brains behind the feisty London trance party Boundless which he runs with fellow spinner Paul Mayes.
Beginning his trance career as a producer, it wasn’t until 2002 that he played to his first audience, but his distinctive energetic style quickly caught the ears of promoters so after a few months he was strutting his stuff at events such as Heat, Addiction, Knowwhere and even bagging himself a gig at Vaccine at The Gallery. Playing out soon whetted his appetite for promoting, which in turn led to the birth of Boundless — a night which promised energetic trance from enthusiastic and talented new DJs. Eighteen months on the successful Boundless has recently had to say goodbye to its spiritual home, The Soundshaft (next to Heaven) after plans were made to make it in to a bar (how rude?!)
Undeterred Boundless lives on, and as such will be taking over the second room at hard house superpower Innovate. We welcome Jurrane in his second interview for HarderFaster and find out why he’s full of beans!
For those that don’t know, what is Boundless and why did you decide to start it?
Boundless is a trance party specifically designed to showcase up-and-coming talent within the scene, and to give new and emerging DJs the chance to play alongside the more established names. When I go out clubbing, one of the things I enjoy most is to go out and be impressed by DJs I’ve never heard of before and I’ve tried to apply this to the parties we promote. We’re taking a slightly more long-term view of the genre, and are trying to help develop the names of tomorrow and not just showcase the stars of today. We’re celebrating our 1st anniversary on 18th March by teaming up with Innovate for what’s sure to be one hell of a party!
What is your role within Boundless and who else is part of the team?
I’m co-promoter of the party along with friend and business partner Paul Mayes and we’re also the two resident DJs. We’re helped by our respective (and very supportive) partners/wives and a whole host of friends to whom we’re eternally grateful — you know who you are!
What makes Boundless different from other trance parties?
I think it’s our dedication to showcasing new talent. As far as we know, we’re the only party to offer a permanent discounted entry rate to anyone who sends or gives us a demo: if you submit a demo CD to us, you get discounted entry for life and not just one party. We’re extremely careful to ensure that we book at least one new demoist for each party, with the specific intention of helping them showcase themselves within the scene. We’re always looking for new DJs so if you’re interested, drop us an email as boundlessuk@btinternet.com
Why did you decide to team up with Innovate for their March party?
Well, Innovate were kind enough to invite us so we could hardly say no! Seriously, I think part of the reason why Innovate were keen for us to host the second room for their March event is that just like Innovate, we’re trying to be as forward-thinking as we can and offer something a little different to some of the other parties out there. I believe the two brands compliment each other really well and think March’s event is going to be an absolute stormer.
What can we expect from the Boundless room at Innovate?
A night of the very finest in trance music from some of the best up-and-coming DJs the scene has to offer! Our DJ lineup on the night represents some of the leading names in London’s trance scene with Twisted resident K.A.R.L., Trance Generation star Ehren Stowers and promising newcomer Greg Blaquiere all playing alongside Paul and myself. We’re also known for having a very loyal, friendly crowd, and we take pride in the quality of our decoration and lighting. Our regulars will be pleased to know we’re bringing the renowned Boundless Laser (™) to the Fridge too!
What are your future plans for the party?
Our intention has always been to hold occasional rather than frequent parties as we like the idea of keeping them special and giving people something to look forward to. As well as the event with Innovate, we’ve some exciting plans for 2006 – including a move away from the Soundshaft, our original venue — so watch this space!
Trance often gets a lot of stick from other people, often cited as fluffy and girlie. What’s your thoughts on this?
I genuinely haven’t heard that particular criticism before! To be honest, as a DJ, promoter and producer who lives, sleeps and breathes trance music, I’m not trying to convert those who don’t ‘get’ the music: I’m far more concerned about pleasing the ones who do.
Tell us a bit about your work outside Boundless as a DJ.
I’m lucky enough to DJ very regularly on the London trance scene and have made recent appearances for Addiction, Edensounds, Heat, Knowwhere, Menthol, One, Outcome, Planet Angel and Twisted, amongst others. As well as the residency at Boundless, I’m also resident trance DJ for Trancendance and play for them on a monthly basis. Upcoming appearances include bookings for Spangulation, Tidy Euphoria, Zoology and a very special closing set at Vaccine @ The Gallery where I’ll be playing alongside some of the biggest names in the business including PVD, Judge Jules, John Askew and Cosmic Gate!
How would you describe your musical style?
I love the more pumping, energetic, driving side of trance — anything with a really infectious groove and a bit of bounce is fine by me! Someone once described it as ‘high-octane’ which I quite like: it sort of implies lots of power and feeling without being too hard or full-on.
What can clubbers expect from a typical Jurrane DJ set?
Lots of drive and energy! As a musician, I’m a stickler for harmonic mixing; because trance is such a melody-driven style, a nasty key clash can often sound as bad as a beatmatching trainwreck, so my sets are always key mixed wherever possible. Obviously it depends what time I’ve been booked to play but generally my sets feature lots of pumping, energetic, feelgood music designed to put smiles on faces and to get feet moving.
What producers and/or labels are doing it for you at the moment?
Recent productions by Ian Betts, Mike Koglin, Sean Tyas and DJ Kristoff have all blown me away and I’m a massive fan of John O’Callaghan whom I think has an incredibly bright future ahead of him as a producer. Label-wise, I’d say that Discover are my favourite label at the moment and recent stuff on Noys, Six:Thirty, Afterglow and Flux Delux has also been awesome.
Are you a producer as well or do you just DJ?
I actually started life in dance music as a producer before learning to DJ a little later. I’m a classically-trained musician, having had piano lessons from a very early age and I continued to study music up to college level. I run a hardware-based studio from home and have several productions in the works — you can find out more by visiting my website: www.jurrane.com
You’re also founder of London trance label Magic Beans Records. Tell us a bit about that.
Magic Beans Records was started in 2004 by three partners and myself, and we co-own the label. Our first couple of releases did really well and were supported by plenty of the bigger names including Judge Jules, Dave Pearce, John Fleming, Johan Gielen, Andy Bagguley, Marc West, John O’Bir and Adam White, and tracks from the label have also been featured on Radio 1, ID&T Radio and Ministry Of Sound. We’re relaunching this year as a digital-only label and have a busy release schedule planned, including my new track ‘Flame Of The North’ and a remix co-produced by Dan Stopani and myself of Sly One’s beautiful tune ‘Twilight’.
What are your plans for 2006 and beyond?
Well, Magic Beans Records and Boundless are both certainly keeping me very busy, and the first quarter of the year is shaping up to be a very hectic period for DJ bookings. Looking ahead slightly longer-term, I’m just happy to keep on playing regularly as a DJ and to continue making tracks as a producer, and if the big breaks come then it’s just a bonus. I love what I’m doing and honestly wouldn’t swap it for anything else in the world.
What’s the most boundless thing you’ve ever done?
I don’t know about “ever done”, but of the stuff that’s printable, a recent all-day completion of London’s Circle Line Pub Crawl probably ranks up there. 26 stations, 26 pubs in 12 hours was more than enough for me (I’m not a particularly big drinker) although we even managed a few extra pints in the final pub just before midnight. Needless to say, I wasn’t a pretty sight the next day…
Thanks to Mada0 and Glen Dunwellfor their photography. Not to be reproduced without permission.
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From: Mat Lock on 3rd Mar 2006 08:26.42
Great interview, entertaining read and good luck with the hosting of Boundless room Jim. You know I will be down the front to support you guys  
From: Kris Noble on 3rd Mar 2006 08:46.21
Wicked stuff mate  look forward to seeing more of you soon!
From: Andy Dunford on 3rd Mar 2006 10:59.14
Excellent interview and I can't think of many people in the industry who have deserved their success as much as you mate.
Always smiling, always positive, traits which totally come out in the music you play and which rub off on the people around you.
With the things in the pipeline, 2006 can only be an even better year than the last.
From: theviceroy on 3rd Mar 2006 11:33.14
Where do i start - after our escapades last night I can only start with saying LEGEND
However on a more serious note Jim deserves all the success he is getting not just for his djing, but his amazing production and his excellent Boundless parties. Looking forward to seeing him play for us at Vaccine @ The Gallery and then at the Boundless back room for Innovate - The Man, The Legend!!!
From: K.A.R.L. on 3rd Mar 2006 12:18.17
Wicked interview from one of the most talented & genuine dj's on the scene at the moment. Jurrane deserves every success.
Look forward to the mayhem in the Boundless Room @ Innovate.
From: CustardUK on 3rd Mar 2006 13:16.39
Yeah, wicked interview mate!
As I've said in the past, you've been a massively positive inspiration and I am honored to be working along side you!
I can't wait till Innovate
From: Tina Martin on 3rd Mar 2006 13:30.00
Go Jimima!  Wicked I/V - Boundless room is going to seriously rock.. Roll on 18th!
From: ~deleted1390 on 3rd Mar 2006 17:14.30
Look forward to you rocking the Zoo tonight.
From: Greg Blaquiere on 3rd Mar 2006 17:55.12
I'll just echo the sentiments that others have put. Top Bloke, Top DJ, and I'm grateful for the all the advice and support he's given me - although I should add it was seriously lacking during the tail-end of the 'infamous' Circle Line episode!
From: Alan-Banks on 3rd Mar 2006 17:57.58
yeah he's ok
Great Dj and someone who always manages to get the crowd bouncing along. Great friend who deserves all the success he can handle!!!
From: Menthol Taz on 4th Mar 2006 04:28.29
Top Guy! A huge talent with a personality to match & so pleased that 2006 is gonna finally be your year. Well done mate, great interview & cya @ Boundless. xx
From: Stevie on 4th Mar 2006 15:42.16
One of the industries real 'future heroes' in my opinion. I first discovered Jim at Planet Angel, and 'More Than Love' is one of the best Trance tunes I've ever come across. May the future bring you everything you wish for mate, and I hope we get to work together again soon
From: AlienPsyTing on 5th Mar 2006 00:21.34
loved your set at Edensounds @491 Gallery, hope all goes well for the future 
From: Andy T on 6th Mar 2006 15:32.29
One of the nicest Guys I've met this year !! and one truly awesome DJ Keep up the good work Jim, and see you @ Innovate !!
From: DJ Gecko on 6th Mar 2006 19:37.01
What Stevie said!!! Jim's sets always go down well and we are proud to have him as a resident at Trancendance
From: Lorenzo Barrero on 7th Mar 2006 12:35.39
Top interview! A quality dj, and a top guy! Roll on Innovate.....It's going to rock!!
From: Nikki S on 7th Mar 2006 16:37.53
Great interview! I can't wait to see and hear what Boundless are going to do for their 1st Anniversary at Innovate.
From: Jurrane on 7th Mar 2006 18:31.09
Just a quick note to say THANK YOU SO MUCH to everybody for your kind words and support - it genuinely means the absolute world to me. As much as I love this scene, it would be nothing without the great friends I have to share it with so thank you again..... and BRING ON BOUNDLESS @ INNOVATE!
From: Mike Harris on 7th Mar 2006 23:36.00
SUPER SUPER NICE GUY AND A FANTASTIC DJ !!!
Seriously one of the nicest most genuine ppl ive ever mate, a very talented dj with his own unique sound.
Big-up yourself mate, it's a pleasure to know you!
From: Sara on 8th Mar 2006 19:35.17
Really looking forward to you playing for us at Spangulation in May. Great interview. Hope to see you at Innovate.
From: anushka007 on 16th Mar 2006 16:25.50
Happy Bday Boundless !!!! I am so happy that you guys can join us
I know this party will kick of big time and I am glad I will be there to experience it all
I AM READY to see what you have in store for us
From: FungKu on 26th Apr 2006 18:58.36
Hey Jim, great article ..and your website is well sorted. excellent... all the best mate ..Sash
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